1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 106 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
